Crooked Media Is Bringing Back Nate Silver’s ‘FiveThirtyEight Politics’ Podcast, Which Will Relaunch Next Month as ‘Still Counting’ (EXCLUSIVE)
FiveThirtyEight is coming back from the dead — sort of. Just ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, Crooked Media inked a deal to acquire and revive the “FiveThirtyEight Politics” podcast hosted by Nate Silver, Clare Malone and Galen Druke. And under Crooked Media’s wing, the show
The revival of Nate Silver's 'FiveThirtyEight Politics' podcast, now titled 'Still Counting', might seem unrelated to the music industry at first glance, but it's actually a significant development that could have implications for music media and politics. As a leading voice in data-driven journalism, Nate Silver's return to the podcasting scene could influence how music media outlets approach data analysis and storytelling, especially when it comes to music and politics.
Crooked Media's acquisition of the podcast also signals a growing interest in politics and culture from progressive media outlets. This trend could lead to more music media outlets exploring the intersection of music and politics, and using data analysis to tell compelling stories. For instance, music media outlets might use data to examine the impact of politics on the music industry, or analyze the voting habits of music fans.
What's next to watch is how 'Still Counting' will tackle the 2026 midterm elections and whether it will incorporate music into its coverage. Music media outlets should also keep an eye on how Crooked Media's progressive voice shapes the podcast's tone and approach. Will 'Still Counting' inspire a new wave of music podcasts that combine data analysis with cultural commentary? Only time will tell, but for now, it's an exciting development to keep on the radar.
Originally reported by variety.com. MusicNewsletter adds analysis for culture, style & media readers.